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Walk Description:

Buxworth and Eccles Pike

Special Event No freedom passport needed to book on.

There's no need to worry about navigation, allowing you to take time to soak in the stunning views and enjoy great company.

Led by an experienced Nordic Walking Instructor who is Outdoor First Aid Trained and will support you along the way.

We start this walk from the Navigation Inn at Buxworth, leaving behind the terminus of the Peak Forest Canal we'll head along the site of the Peak Forest Tramway Trail which used to deliver limestone to the basin, we pass the Old Hall Inn towards Chapel Milton

We then start the steady climb up to the summit of Eccles Pike, which offers great views of Manchester, Cracken Edge, Chinley Churn and Kinder Scout (on clear days) from there we will drop down through fields to Whaley Bridge where we'll rejoin the canal and return to the basin with chance for a quick loop of the basin and heritage boards, with the option of a drink or snack afterwards.

9:30-12:30

Distance approx 9km with a height gain of 320m

Booking Essential

Tips to help get the most out of your walk:

1  Suitable clothing and footwear - layers are best

2  A small rucksac 

3  Light refreshments (water, fruit juice, etc)

4 Mobile phone is useful for any last minute changes

5 Walk Leaders mobile number

6 Please contact me if you need to hire poles, £1 payable on the day of the walk 

Dogs - If you bring a dog it must be on a lead and under control at all times, I use a harness with mine and would be happy to offer advice on buying one, you must also be able to help your dog over stiles etc. where needed.

Whilst we do understand that sometimes it is not possible to make a class, please be aware that we do operate a no refund policy if you give us less than 24 hours’ notice. To see the full policy click HERE

Location Notes:

No public toilets at start but there is a Tesco's on the way to Whaley Bridge (just after the sharp turn to Chinley) The land in front of The Navigation Inn is now Pay and Display but there are spaces nearby.